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Activity Sheet II: Ask about vultures
Full text linkWhat can students learn about the ecological role of vultures through conversations with elders in their community
Perceiving size
Full text linkObjects can appear to be smaller or bigger than their actual size. What ideas do students hold about actual and apparent sizes? How do we use the outdoors and simple tools to explore these ideas
Scrutiny please: the social sciences seem overburdened by dodgy research claims
No full textThe knowledge ecosystem has shaped society in profound ways but its authority is often taken for granted. To make it useful, we must stop giving it a free pass, question its claims and approach its prescriptions with humility. In social sciences, many of these are perspectives, not universal truths
Neoliberalism and Women’s Work: A Study of the Informal Economy in India.
No full textIn this chapter, we critically examine the emancipatory role of neoliberalism with a focus on women’s work in India. We argue that the multi-pronged crisis afflicting the labour market is a fallout of the implementation of the neoliberal project in India that had severely impacted women workers, who typically are one of the oppressed sections in society. We argue that neoliberalism leads to the proliferation of social orthodoxies that promote patriarchal gender contracts whereby men are the primary breadwinners while women are mainly responsible for social reproduction in the ‘domestic’ space. We highlight that the neoliberal regime in India is associated with declining participation in paid work for women workers, notwithstanding the rapid growth rate of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) that the economy has been witnessing. This is in the backdrop of India having one of the lowest rates of participation in paid employment of women workers. We claim that women’s work participation in India is affected by the production conditions in Indian agriculture and the burden of unpaid care work. However, increased participation in paid work-the quantitative dimension-does not necessarily lead to women’s empowerment under neoliberalism. This is largely due to the proliferation of the informal sector, which has been the major source of paid work for women workers. We contend that women workers encounter two layers of subordination and control in the labour market that become acute in the informal sector, which is associated with a lack of worker’s rights. They are subordinated, first, by the dominance of capital and, second, by the patriarchal social order. These, in turn, adversely impact the quality and economic value of women’s work. We argue that the degradation of the economic value of women’s work has led to the accentuation of the gender bias that endangers the chances of survival of the girl child in a society characterised by deep-rooted patriarchy. The contemporary precarity of women’s work-in terms of quantity and quality of work-also reflects the existing social orthodoxies that loom large in the private and public domains in India. Lastly, based on the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey database, we argue that the Covid-19 pandemic has widened the structural inequalities in the economy and added a layer to the existing vulnerabilities of women workers. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved
The national day of mathematics: Planning meaningful celebrations in schools
Full text linkIn my school days we used to participate occasionally in science and mathematics exhibitions. While there was a fun element to the whole experience, we did not experience the richness of a well-organised exhibition.
Since we were assigned stalls to man, we often spent the whole day there and did not make use of the opportunity to view other stalls, engage with others and reflect on the exhibits. My experiences as a student and later as a teacher made me realise that designing a well-structured mathematics
exhibition or celebrating a mathematics day calls for careful planning
Vocational education in schools: A new beginning
Full text linkVigyan Ashram, established in 1983, has been working towards rural development through education and technology. As
part of this work, the organization has worked towards introducing vocational education rooted in the local context in schools since 1987
Parental interference and marital stability: a scoping review of sociocultural influences on Indian families
Full text linkIn India, marriage is seen as a union between two families, not just individuals. Parental interference significantly contributes to marital discord and rising divorce rates. This review examines the extent of parental interference, its impact on marital stability and divorce rates, and the underlying sociocultural factors. A comprehensive search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases for studies published between 2010 and 2023. Data extraction and quality assessment were performed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. The review revealed a significant association between parental interference and marital instability, with an overall effect size (Hedges’ g) of 0.65. Excessive parental involvement often leads to resentment, loss of privacy, and conflicts between couples, exacerbated by the husband’s feelings of being overshadowed and the wife’s divided loyalty. Parental interference significantly contributes to rising divorce rates in India, reflecting a shift towards individualism among younger generations. Traditional family structures and cultural norms encourage high parental involvement, often continuing due to economic dependencies and respect for elders. This leads to increased stress, anxiety, and emotional estrangement among couples. Legal implications involve misuse of protective provisions, leading to prolonged legal battles and social stigmatisation. Parental interference is a critical factor in marital instability and rising divorce rates in India. Promoting marital autonomy, educating families on boundaries, and implementing legal reforms can be beneficial in fostering healthier marriages
Editorial team
Full text linkAt Right Angles is a publication of Azim Premji University which provides quality mathematics learning resources for schoolteachers. It intends to facilitate more experiential and meaningful teaching-learning processes, not just inside the classrooms but also in the broader context of school processes. To celebrate purposeful and passionate teaching, At Right Angles showcases practical insights grounded in the realities of India and its diverse communities